Alabama World Trade Association

A Statewide association to promote the international trade of Alabama.

Present Mission statement:   This mission of the Alabama World Trade Association is to promote and improve the opportunities for Alabama citizens through the expansion of international trade; and to pursue initiatives on the state and federal level that support positive trade policies and the creation of new markets for Alabama companies and their employees.

AWTA

The AWTA is a statewide association of more than 200 members representing approximately 100 companies throughout Alabama whose mission is to promote the international trade of Alabama.

MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION
Trade in Alabama

Whether you're a small farmer or a large corporation in Alabama, foreign trade is a challenging endeavor. Not only is the economic competition tough, but too many public officials don't understand or simply ignore the positive impact of Alabama exports. The Alabama World Trade Association provides a forum for exporters across the state to communicate the value of international trade to policy decision makers.

How can AWTA help my business?

Our goal is to promote positive trade policies in Montgomery and in Washington to enhance Alabama exports. We also provide the opportunity to join other exporters in meeting with members of the Alabama Congressional delegation to share concerns and suggestions about important trade issues such as NAFTA, Normal Trade Relations with China, and Presidential Fast Track Authority.

Coalition Building

AWTA works to provide a united voice on important trade issues. AWTA is leading the way to forge strong trade coalitions in our state. We partner with Alabama Chambers of Commerce, The Business Roundtable in Washington, DC, The Business Council of Alabama, North Alabama International Trade Association, the Alabama Export Council, and other organizations throughout our state to pursue mutual objectives.



MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS

The primary benefit of AWTA is being a member of an organization whose goal is to work with governmental leaders to build a better climate for trade in Alabama. Other benefits include:

• Free subscription to our quarterly newsletter, Alabama International Dateline

• Congressional Meetings held annually in each district

• Annual Meeting held each Spring

• Educational Seminars

• Annual Membership Directory

• Access to member information on the AWTA web site

If you are interested in becoming a member of the Alabama World Trade Association, please contact Alison Strickler, Executive Director at 334.264.0598 or Post Office Box 6505, Montgomery, AL 36106-0505.

AWTA Officers

 
GOVERNMENT

The management of AWTA is vested in the Board of Directors.  Officers are nominated annually by the Board and elected by the membership and consist of President, First and Second Vice Presidents, Secretary, Treasurer.  For more information on upcoming events and meetings, contact Alison Strickler, Director:

        Alabama World Trade Association
        Post Office Box 6505
        Montgomery, AL  36106-0505
        Tel  (334) 264-0598
        Fax (334) 262-0889
        E-mail: astrickler@mindspring.com